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New Caledonia enacts 50-year deep-sea mining ban

New Caledonia enacts 50-year deep-sea mining ban

New Caledonia has imposed a 50-year ban on deep-sea mining across its entire Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), covering approximately 1.3 million square kilometers. This move positions the French Pacific territory among the most restrictive globally concerning seabed...

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Tuvalu embraces digital banking with ATMs

Tuvalu embraces digital banking with ATMs

In April 2025, Tuvalu marked a significant milestone in its financial history by unveiling its first-ever Automated Teller Machines (ATMs). This development signifies a transformative step toward modernizing the country’s banking infrastructure and enhancing financial...

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